L6003-05 Direct Support Professional

Description

Venture Community Services supports individuals facing diverse challenges through compassionate and dedicated staff using innovative practices that encourage independence, empowerment, and opportunity. The opportunity to enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities is rewarding. Venture is committed to empowering its employees through ongoing education and training.

About the role

The Direct Support Professional (DSP) supports adults 22 and over with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Responsibilities include household maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing, and assisting with medical appointments, banking, community activities, medication administration, following Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, and medical guidelines. Training includes paid orientation, CPR/First Aid, PABC, Defensive Driving, and MAP, as well as program-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Advocate and support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• Support with household tasks such as maintenance, meal prep, shopping, bathing, toileting, dressing, teeth brushing
• Aid with medical appointments, banking, community activities, and medication administration
• Follow Behavior Support Plans, Individual Support Plans, and medical guidelines
• Safely evacuate individuals during emergencies
• Maintain certifications and comply with agency policies and DDS regulations

Requirements

• High School Degree or G.E.D.
• Must be 21+ years old
• Valid driver's license with daily use of a car on site (preferred but not required)
• Available by telephone for daily contact

Qualifications

• Commitment to assisting people with varying disabilities
• Variety of interests and personal connections in the local community
• Proven record of conscientious, responsible behavior
• Ability to work creatively, engage, and dedicate oneself to the team

Skills

• Empathy and patience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Basic computer skills

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus
• Company-paid life insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Paid time off and 40 hours of sick time
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Supportive and encouraging working environment